Delhi recorded its highest peak power demand of the current winter season at 5,603 MW on January 1, 2026. The surge reflects evolving consumption patterns driven by prevailing weather conditions and increased electricity usage across sectors.
Despite the sharp rise, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (Tata Power-DDL) successfully met the increased demand in its distribution area, which peaked at 1,741 MW, the season’s highest till date without any outages or network constraints, ensuring uninterrupted and reliable power supply to consumers during the critical peak load period.
Delhi’s Winter Power Demand during last three days:
- December 31, 2025: 5505 MW
- January 1, 2026: 5603 MW
- January 2, 2026: 5596 MW
A Tata Power-DDL spokesperson said, “We are fully prepared to ensure warm, safe, and reliable winters for all our consumers. Adequate power arrangements have been made through long-term tie-ups, backed by a robust and diversified energy mix comprising 14% Solar, 17% Hydro, 2% Wind, 1% Waste-to-Energy, 2% Nuclear and 65% thermal sources. We have also put in place comprehensive measures—ranging from green power sourcing to banking, storage optimisation, and advanced AI-based demand forecasting—to ensure uninterrupted and high-quality power supply throughout the winter period.”
The overall winter peak demand for the capital is projected to touch 6,000 MW, surpassing last year’s peak of 5,655 MW. The company’s strong operational preparedness, supported by advanced technology adoption, diversified power sourcing, and proactive demand planning, enabled it to seamlessly manage the record winter demand without any disruption.
Tata Power-DDL continues to focus on maintaining grid stability, enhancing supply reliability, and supporting Delhi’s growing power requirements through sustainable, technology-driven solutions.
